Investigating how dementia care workforce experiences affect resident outcomes in nursing facilities
Relationships of dementia care workforce experiences, training, & work environment to resident outcomes in skilled nursing facilities
This study is looking to learn more about the experiences of nursing staff who care for people with Alzheimer's and related dementias, so they can find ways to make their work better and improve the care for residents.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11125755 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the experiences of nursing staff, such as licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and certified nursing assistants (CNAs), in skilled nursing facilities that care for residents with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. By surveying these caregivers about their work environment, training, and interactions with residents, the study aims to identify factors that influence the quality of care provided. The findings could help improve training programs and work conditions, ultimately enhancing the health outcomes for residents living with dementia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are residents in skilled nursing facilities diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are not residing in skilled nursing facilities or do not have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care and quality of life for residents with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving workforce training and work environments can positively impact care outcomes in similar settings, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wagner, Laura M — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Wagner, Laura M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.